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Name Origin

Winifred is a Welsh feminine given name meaning 'holy peace' or 'blessed reconciliation'. It's composed of the elements 'wyn' (meaning 'fair' or 'blessed') and 'fredi' (meaning 'peace' or 'reconciliation').

welshfeminineholypeaceblessedreconciliation

Famous People

Winifred Atkinson (1874-1953)

Politician

  • First female Member of Parliament in Australia

Winifred Foley (1908-2007)

Actress

  • Known for roles in films like 'The Blue Bird' and 'The Little Foxes'

Winifred Holtby (1898-1935)

Author

  • Wrote novels and essays addressing social issues

Winifred Wagner (1918-2017)

Composer

  • Granddaughter of Richard Wagner, known for her operas